NYU Grossman School of Medicine (Brooklyn) Program

The General Surgery Residency at NYU Langone Hospital—Brooklyn offers an extensive five-year clinical program designed to produce skilled and knowledgeable surgeons prepared for board certification in surgery. This residency initiates on July 1 each year, inviting three categorical residents annually. The program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education, ensuring a robust education and training pathway.

Training Environment

Residents train at three primary hospitals: NYU Langone Hospital—Brooklyn, NYU Langone's Tisch Hospital, and NYC Health+Hospitals/Bellevue. This diverse training environment allows residents to encounter a wide array of surgical patients and conditions, thereby enhancing their clinical skills and operative experience throughout their training.

Curriculum Overview

The residency curriculum focuses on developing clinical proficiency through progressive responsibility in surgical decision-making. Residents participate in a series of rotations that span multiple surgical specialties. These rotations cover general surgery, colorectal surgery, pediatric surgery, trauma, surgical oncology, and more, enabling them to master the diverse spectrum of surgical care.

The first two years primarily involve foundational surgical training, with skills aimed at perioperative care and technical surgical abilities. The third year encompasses more advanced responsibilities, including supervisory roles over junior residents. In the fourth and fifth years, residents take on chief responsibilities, assisting in service administration, education, surgical planning, and performing significant operative procedures under faculty guidance.

Didactic Education

NYU Grossman School of Medicine ensures residents benefit from a structured didactic education with a dedicated three-hour block each week, complemented by departmental conferences that enhance learning and collaboration. This includes engagement in the SCORE Core Curriculum Lecture Series, which covers various essential topics in surgery.

Research Opportunities

Residents have access to various clinical and basic science research opportunities to foster scholarly activities alongside clinical training. This exposure encourages a culture of inquiry and supports resident development in academia and specialized surgical practices.

Application Process

The application for the residency program is accepted only through the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS) by October 31. A critical aspect of the application process is that each candidate must include their medical school transcript, a dean's letter, three letters of recommendation, and proof of USMLE Step 1 completion at the time of application. There is no minimum score requirement for USMLE, providing flexibility for applicants with various academic backgrounds.

International Medical Graduates

NYU Grossman School of Medicine welcomes graduates of international medical schools to apply for the residency program. However, possession of U.S. clinical experience is preferred, although not mandatory. The program offers J-1 visa sponsorship but does not extend H-1B sponsorship for residents or house staff.

Benefits and Wellbeing

Residency at NYU Langone is designed to support the well-being and professional development of its residents. Benefits include low-cost medical and dental insurance, paid vacation, access to wellness committees, and various social events to foster community among residents. The program emphasizes balance, allowing for optimal work-life management by finalizing on-call schedules ahead of time and accommodating time-off requests.

Competitiveness

The NYU Grossman School of Medicine's General Surgery Residency is competitive, attracting a wide range of applicants, including DOs and IMGs. The program's reputation for both excellence in surgical education and comprehensive resident support contributes to its desirability among prospective trainees.